MIAMI – The Miami Heat selected Nikola Jović, not to be confused with two-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic, with the 27th pick during the 2022 NBA Draft on Thursday night.
The 19-year-old 6-foot-11-inch forward is moving to the NBA after playing for Mega Mozzart, a Serbian basketball team that belongs to the ABA Adriatic League.
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Jović, who was born in England, told reporters Miami is “great” and he loves the weather. He also said the Heat is a perfect fit.
“I am sure I am going to learn a lot,” Jović said.
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With the 27th pick of the @NBADraft, the @MiamiHEAT select Nikola Jovic (@Jovic_5)!
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